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Official Publication of the AH&LAThu, 17 Aug 2017 21:37:31 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.1Hyatt Regency Opens in Amsterdamhttp://lodgingmagazine.com/hyatt-regency-opens-in-amsterdam/
http://lodgingmagazine.com/hyatt-regency-opens-in-amsterdam/#commentsMon, 17 Apr 2017 14:17:26 +0000http://lodgingmagazine.com/?p=30242Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Amsterdam, the first Hyatt Regency hotel to open in The Netherlands’ capital city. Hyatt Regency Amsterdam is the third Hyatt-branded hotel in The Netherlands, joining luxury lifestyle hotel Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht and select service hotel Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport. “The opening of Hyatt Regency Amsterdam marks a significant a milestone for the Hyatt Regency brand as it continues to expand its footprint throughout Europe,” said Peter ...

]]>Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Amsterdam, the first Hyatt Regency hotel to open in The Netherlands’ capital city. Hyatt Regency Amsterdam is the third Hyatt-branded hotel in The Netherlands, joining luxury lifestyle hotel Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht and select service hotel Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport.

“The opening of Hyatt Regency Amsterdam marks a significant a milestone for the Hyatt Regency brand as it continues to expand its footprint throughout Europe,” said Peter Fulton, group president – Europe, Africa and Middle East, Hyatt. “The hotel is an ideal location for both business and leisure travelers visiting Amsterdam and nicely complements Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht and Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport.”

Located in the center of Amsterdam, bordering the energizing East district and right at the heart of Plantage Amsterdam, Hyatt Regency Amsterdam is designed to connect business and leisure travelers to all Amsterdam has to offer. The hotel is nearby some of the city’s best museums, shopping and dining – with easy access to the city’s Metro trains and tram lines, guests can enjoy top sites including Rijksmuseum, Dam Square and Canal Ring. Additionally, the hotel is located less than 10 minutes from Amsterdam RAI Exhibition and Convention Center, and 20 minutes from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

“At Hyatt Regency Amsterdam, we set the stage for dynamic interactions – from a quick coffee meeting to shared culinary experiences, our guests can come together to socialize, collaborate or celebrate,” said Toni Hinterstoisser, general manager for both Hyatt Regency Amsterdam and Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht. “We are confident that the hotel’s spacious accommodations, premier meeting facilities and superior service will provide an authentic experience and one-stop convenience to business and leisure travelers.”

The design of the Hyatt Regency Amsterdam blends history with a modern-day 24/7 lifestyle. The hotel’s 211 guestrooms, including 15 suites, range in size from 322 square feet for a standard room to 1,356 square feet for the Spinoza Suite. Inspired by the greenery of the hotel’s surroundings that is home to leafy boulevards, the city’s botanical garden and ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, each guestroom is elegantly decorated with blooming floral and botanical artwork. Flexible furnishings, a generous workspace, large windows, and a striking bathroom with soothing walk-in rain shower complete the guest experience.

Seamlessly flowing out of the lobby, on-site restaurant and bar Mama Makan is the heart of the hotel’s drinking and dining experience. Evoking the atmosphere of a grand café inspired by the dining and sitting rooms of Jakarta, head chef Paul Verheul and his team take guests and locals on an enticing culinary journey. Bringing together authentic and bold aromas and tastes, Mama Makan is a fusion of traditional Dutch café fare and Indonesian specialties that make a great start or end to the day.

The bar is an extension of this captivating space, mixing up daring cocktails inspired by well-travelled spices, herbs and plants. This is also the place for a freshly brewed Javanese-style coffee or an ice-cold drink. When weather permits, the Mama Makan experience will be extended to the hotel terrace, where food and drinks can be enjoyed with the Dutch summer breeze.

The hotel’s 24-hour café-style market offers one-stop experience for guests to eat and drink whenever and wherever they would like. The market provides a wide selection of refreshing beverages along with delicious homemade pastries and bakery items.

Boosting more than 5,565 square feet of flexible meeting and event facilities, Hyatt Regency Amsterdam provides cleverly designed spaces with abundant natural daylight and top-of-the-line audiovisual equipment that can cater all occasions—meetings to conferences, weddings to social events.

The hotel’s main event venue is the 2,055-square-foot ballroom with eye catching oak wood flooring and floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the Singelgracht canal. The ballroom is accessible by a separate entrance and is unrivalled in versatility – from seminars to weddings and festive gala dinners, the modern design of the room offers endless opportunities for customizable layouts. The inviting, adjacent foyer is ideal for coffee breaks, breakout sessions or to lounge and connect with others.

For smaller groups, Hyatt Regency Amsterdam offers three individual event rooms that can be used individually or can be connected. Sophisticated by design, these meeting rooms provide ample space and flexibility for engaging meetings of any sort.

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http://lodgingmagazine.com/w-hotels-to-make-dutch-debut/#respondWed, 05 Feb 2014 14:20:07 +0000http://lodgingmagazine.com/?p=9388AMSTERDAM—Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide announced it will debut its W Hotels brand in the Netherlands with the new W Amsterdam, scheduled to open in Autumn 2015. Owned by STAG Europe (Grafenau) BV, the hotel will be located on the Dam Square in the heart of Amsterdam, behind the Royal Palace and just steps from the city’s iconic canal district. “We are proud to bring the W brand to Amsterdam as we continue to grow ...

]]>AMSTERDAM—Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide announced it will debut its W Hotels brand in the Netherlands with the new W Amsterdam, scheduled to open in Autumn 2015. Owned by STAG Europe (Grafenau) BV, the hotel will be located on the Dam Square in the heart of Amsterdam, behind the Royal Palace and just steps from the city’s iconic canal district.

“We are proud to bring the W brand to Amsterdam as we continue to grow this contemporary, design-led lifestyle brand in primary markets throughout Europe and around the world,” said Michael Wale, president, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Europe, Africa and Middle East. “The vibrancy and energy of Amsterdam combined with its strong cultural offering makes the perfect backdrop for the W brand, which will bring a new style of modern luxury to the Dutch hotel scene.”

W Amsterdam will occupy a former Telephone Exchange building, a historic property in Dam Square constructed in the Amsterdam School style of architecture. The building will be re-imagined by award-winning practices OFFICE WINHOV of Amsterdam and Tel Aviv-based BK Architecture, including full restoration of historical elements combined with a new, contemporary design.

W Amsterdam will feature 169 guestrooms, including 10 suites and one Extreme Wow Suite (the W brand’s interpretation of the Presidential Suite). Upon entering the hotel, guests will be elevated directly to the rooftop, where they can check-in and enjoy a cocktail in the W Living Room. Guests and locals alike will appreciate W Amsterdam’s rooftop restaurant and destination bar, which will provide views over Dam Square and the city lights.

The hotel will also offer 480 square meters of meeting and event space, including two Great Rooms and two smaller meeting rooms. In addition, W Amsterdam will boast FIT fitness center and WIRED 24-hour business center.

“We are delighted, proud and excited to be working with Starwood Hotels & Resorts on this prestigious project in Amsterdam,” added Liran Wizman, owner and CEO of STAG Europe (Grafenau) BV. “With its exceptional reputation as an innovative lifestyle brand, W Hotels will further cement Amsterdam’s position as a world-class destination for international travellers and global jet-setters alike.”

]]>http://lodgingmagazine.com/w-hotels-to-make-dutch-debut/feed/0Hyatt Regency Amsterdam to Open in 2015http://lodgingmagazine.com/hyatt-regency-amsterdam-to-open-in-2015/
http://lodgingmagazine.com/hyatt-regency-amsterdam-to-open-in-2015/#commentsWed, 15 May 2013 15:28:26 +0000http://2039a53c-df79-439e-bf7a-feffc22fbb50CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Aedes Real Estate and UBM Realitätentwicklung AG announced their affiliates have entered into an agreement for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Amsterdam, which is expected to open in 2015. Hyatt Regency Amsterdam will be the first Hyatt Regency hotel and the third Hyatt-branded hotel to open in the city, joining the recently opened Andaz Amsterdam and the late-2013 opening of Hyatt Place Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. The hotel will offer 211 guestrooms, including ...

]]>CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Aedes Real Estate and UBM Realitätentwicklung AG announced their affiliates have entered into an agreement for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Amsterdam, which is expected to open in 2015. Hyatt Regency Amsterdam will be the first Hyatt Regency hotel and the third Hyatt-branded hotel to open in the city, joining the recently opened Andaz Amsterdam and the late-2013 opening of Hyatt Place Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

The hotel will offer 211 guestrooms, including 15 suites and will feature meeting and ballroom space, a restaurant, a bar and lounge, a fitness center, and a two-treatment-room spa.

“The Hyatt Regency brand is a great fit for Amsterdam,” said Peter Norman, senior vice president, real estate and development for Hyatt Hotels and Resorts. “It is one of Europe’s most important commercial centers and the continent’s sixth largest metropolitan area, drawing visitors for both business and leisure. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to again collaborate with Aedes Real Estate on a second project in Amsterdam, and very much look forward to establishing a long lasting relationship with UBM.”

UBM’s Director Ton Fransoo said, “This is a very exciting project for the Netherlands as it will be the first Hyatt Regency in our country. The hotel will be a particularly important asset to the Eastern part of the city center, which is currently short of hotel capacity. We are looking forward to working with Hyatt and Aedes Real Estate to build a splendid hotel in a beautiful location.”

Aedes Real Estate and Austrian UBM are jointly responsible for the development and realization of Hyatt Regency Amsterdam.

]]>http://lodgingmagazine.com/hyatt-regency-amsterdam-to-open-in-2015/feed/1Rezidor Opens the Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schipholhttp://lodgingmagazine.com/rezidor-opens-the-park-inn-by-radisson-amsterdam-airport-schiphol/
http://lodgingmagazine.com/rezidor-opens-the-park-inn-by-radisson-amsterdam-airport-schiphol/#respondMon, 14 Jan 2013 15:10:22 +0000http://5f543d8b-3926-4734-b716-9240f2c147dcBRUSSELS—The Rezidor Hotel Group has opened the Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The 150-room flagship brings the mid-market brand to the Netherlands. The brand new Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in a converted office building in the Schiphol-Rijk office park. The standard and superior rooms offer amenities including free high-speed, wireless internet access, individual climate control, flat-screen TV, a large window, and a spacious work desk. The hotel’s Livingroom ...

]]>BRUSSELS—The Rezidor Hotel Group has opened the Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The 150-room flagship brings the mid-market brand to the Netherlands.

The brand new Park Inn by Radisson, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in a converted office building in the Schiphol-Rijk office park. The standard and superior rooms offer amenities including free high-speed, wireless internet access, individual climate control, flat-screen TV, a large window, and a spacious work desk.

The hotel’s Livingroom is the hotel’s core area for socializing and serves international dishes with a Dutch flair and a hot and cold breakfast buffet. A special kiosk provides a selection of sandwiches, salads, snacks and drinks around the clock.

The property also features a private Meeting Wing, which comprises 4 meeting rooms, a special pre-function lobby, and a small outdoor area.

]]>http://lodgingmagazine.com/rezidor-opens-the-park-inn-by-radisson-amsterdam-airport-schiphol/feed/0Rezidor Announces the Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdamhttp://lodgingmagazine.com/rezidor-announces-the-park-inn-by-radisson-amsterdam/
http://lodgingmagazine.com/rezidor-announces-the-park-inn-by-radisson-amsterdam/#respondWed, 21 Nov 2012 14:22:08 +0000http://6869b053-d034-46b9-b1e3-ebc2ad53c56bBRUSSELS—The Rezidor Hotel Group, a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announced the Park Inn by Radisson in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The property featuring 478 rooms is scheduled to welcome the first guests in Q4 2014 and is the biggest hotel in the Park Inn portfolio for meeting and conferences, offering 4,000 square meters of meeting space including a ballroom of 900 square meters. The 28,000 square-meter building is located in the West side ...

]]>BRUSSELS—The Rezidor Hotel Group, a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announced the Park Inn by Radisson in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The property featuring 478 rooms is scheduled to welcome the first guests in Q4 2014 and is the biggest hotel in the Park Inn portfolio for meeting and conferences, offering 4,000 square meters of meeting space including a ballroom of 900 square meters.

The 28,000 square-meter building is located in the West side of Amsterdam, 10 minutes from Schiphol Airport. Besides 478 rooms, the hotel will feature an all-day-dining restaurant, an à la carte restaurant, a lobby bar, a gym, and 300 indoor parking bays.

“Amsterdam is Europe’s 3rd largest hotel market – very attractive for both business and leisure travellers – and a key development city for Rezidor. The new Park Inn by Radisson enjoys a highly visible location in Amsterdam West, and will further strengthen our brand awareness in the Benelux region,” said Kurt Ritter, president & CEO of Rezidor.

Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam is the main component of the redevelopment of the largest vacant office building in Amsterdam.

Colliers International advised Europe 1/Aberdeen Asset Management in the redevelopment and assisted in the transaction with the Rezidor Hotel Group. Aberdeen Asset Management is responsible for the asset management of the building on behalf of the Europe 1 fund. D/Dock Architects is responsible for the design of the hotel.

]]>http://lodgingmagazine.com/rezidor-announces-the-park-inn-by-radisson-amsterdam/feed/0Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht Opens in the Netherlandshttp://lodgingmagazine.com/andaz-amsterdam-prinsengracht-opens-in-the-netherlands/
http://lodgingmagazine.com/andaz-amsterdam-prinsengracht-opens-in-the-netherlands/#respondThu, 01 Nov 2012 18:13:09 +0000http://3cc372df-e28a-4270-bdfa-0ee4763a99a8CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, the first Hyatt hotel in the Netherlands and the ninth addition to the Andaz brand. “We are pleased to introduce the Andaz brand to a city that is synonymous with style and character, two elements that are core to the Andaz ethos,” said Peter Norman, senior vice president – acquisitions and development for Hyatt International – Europe, Africa, Middle East, in an announcement. “The opening ...

]]>CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, the first Hyatt hotel in the Netherlands and the ninth addition to the Andaz brand.

“We are pleased to introduce the Andaz brand to a city that is synonymous with style and character, two elements that are core to the Andaz ethos,” said Peter Norman, senior vice president – acquisitions and development for Hyatt International – Europe, Africa, Middle East, in an announcement. “The opening of Andaz Amsterdam marks a significant growth milestone not only for Andaz but for Hyatt overall as the first Hyatt hotel in the Netherlands. As we celebrate this expansion into Europe, we look forward to the future growth of the brand in the next several years with developments in other new markets, including Maui, Hawaii; Delhi and Jaipur, India; and Costa Rica, among others.”

Andaz’s signature service includes a hassle-free check-in process; an Andaz Host uses a computerized tablet to check guests into their rooms while offering them a complimentary glass of wine in the Andaz Lounge. Guests will also enjoy complimentary Internet access, local phone calls, non- alcoholic beverages, and locally sourced snacks in the minibar, including the Dutch brands “Just Nuts” and “Lovechock” chocolate.

The property was brought to life and infused with local flavor by interior and product designer, Marcel Wanders. Throughout the hotel, Wanders played with various sources of inspiration, integrating the heritage of the hotel surroundings (including the Golden Age, Dutch Delft blue, tulips and the color orange), the knowledge of the books once housed at the former Public Library, and connecting polarities.

Part of the hotel’s overall design concept incorporates a unique video art collection that represents a diversion from “regular” art. The 40 works from various emerging and established local and international video artists, such as Ryan Gander, Erwin Olaf and Mark Titchner, make Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht the hotel with the largest video art collection in the world. Selections from the video art collection are showcased in different areas of the hotel — in the public areas of the ground floor, in the hallways throughout the various floors, or through a special video channel available on the televisions in the guestrooms. The largest display screen for the presentation of video footage is located in the Lounge and is comprised of nine 60-inch televisions.

Due to the unique 1970s-style structure of the former Public Library, Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht offers a total of 15 different room types. With room sizes ranging from 24 to 36 square meters and suites measuring between 55 and 141 square meters, the hotel is home to some of the largest guestrooms in compact Amsterdam. This is reinforced by the open plan layout of the rooms that allows for maximum space and natural light. Even the bathrooms feature an open structure (with closed shower and toilet) and include a multi- functional vanity centerpiece made from 150 kilograms of concrete. Comfortable reading chairs, full-length mirrors, walk-in closets complete the rooms.

Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht also offers the Studio, a meeting space that is unique to Andaz hotels. The three different Studio spaces at Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht offer more than 400 square meters of flexible space, and everything from a boardroom meeting to a large cocktail reception can be accommodated.

The hotel also features a fully equipped, 24-hour gym and signature urban spa.